Overview

• Temperatures exceed 100 degrees in many areas, with high humidity compounding the heat.
• Cooling centers and public pools are being utilized to provide relief, but some remain closed due to holidays.
• Health risks include heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and other heat-related illnesses, particularly for vulnerable populations.
• Officials urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and check on neighbors.
• The extreme heat is attributed to a 'heat dome' effect, exacerbated by climate change, leading to more intense and frequent heat waves.